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Dishwashing Debates: The Soapy Science Behind Everyone's Favorite Chore

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The Ingenious Origins of Synthetic Detergents

This chapter examines the development of synthetic detergents, focusing on Procter & Gamble's Dreft and its unexpected versatility. It highlights key innovations, particularly the role of phosphates, and their transformation from industrial to household cleaning applications.

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